How Will Merger of Nasdaq Europe,
iX Exchange Affect U.S. Investors?

By

Terzah Ewing and

Craig Karmin Staff Reporters of The Wall Street Journal

Updated May 4, 2000 12:01 a.m. ET

The Nasdaq Stock Market is billing the merger of its Nasdaq Europe venture with the new iX exchange's technology and "growth" stock markets as a good thing for both investors and fast-growing European companies. But how much will the international Nasdaq link really change things? Here are some questions and answers to help you sort through the implications.

Where did this joint venture come from?

One of the goals of Nasdaq management is to be the centerpiece of a globally linked 24-hour stock market. As part of...